1966 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 645 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | R-100 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |